Research shows medical use of marijuana useful for reducing chronic pain, anxiety, nausea, symptoms of auto-immune diseases such as MS, Parkinson’s, RA and neurological problems after stroke, spinal chord injury, also cancer and Alzheimer’s. Medical marijuana is legal in 16 states with 12 pending and Washington D,C., As of April 2017 twenty-nine states all together. Some states have passed legislation and are waiting to set up dispensaries. Here is the break down on locations where it is used and the latest research. States regulate its use according to accepted illnesses or injuries.

A red dye in shellfish has many health benefits. Astaxanthin can be applied to the skin for protection against damaging ultraviolet rays and sunburn, explains WebMD. It also functions as a powerful antioxidant to prevent inflammation throughout the body by lowering inflammatory markers such as C-reactive protein. Additionally, it has been used to prevent cancer and to treat Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, high cholesterol and stroke.

Alkaline foods help us to stay slim, strong and clean. They detoxify the body and reduce tensions. Marie Griffiths discusses the role of an entrepreneur, featured in a new magazine in Montreal. I discuss alkaline foods such as avocado, asparagus. and the rewards of living with natural foods. Use a diet that suits your needs. Stay alkaline to prevent illness and aging. https://soundcloud.com/1051/mg-live-alternative-medicine-with-letha-hadady-2016-08-15

How can you stay calm in a restless world? When thoughts fly in circles and nerves are on edge, take time to breathe. Remember cooling soothing places where you have been content. A cooling massage oil reduces rashes, angers, headaches and joint pains. Apply it before or after a bath to moisten skin and relax tensions. Herbs that curb “excess pitta” refresh the mind and enhance sleep and pleasant dreams. Here is your summer-heat mind/body treatment.

Each season has important health challenges. Spring may bring allergies and aches; summer a rash; rainy weather brings swollen joints and stiffness. Autumn brings colds, breathing issues and depression known as SAD seasonal affective disorder. Cleansing toxins reduces stress and aging while preventing seasonal health issues. Cleanse and rebuild health at the change of each season.

In India neem tree leaf, bark, sap and flowers are used to cure infections, skin diseases, diabetes, and all sorts of bugs inside us and the garden. It is antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral. The leaf can be added to complexion oils and creams. Here is a beauty serum made in Florida using neem.

Marijuana can be a good treatment for acute pain, nausea and loss of appetite due to chemo-therapy and possibly to ease other addictions and chronic pain from arthritis, MS or cancers. But long term use of any substance challenges the liver. If the result is dry mouth, chronic fever, yellowish complexion, irritability, blood deficiency or chronic inflammation – then marijuana – like smoking damages health.

According to new research: Anticholinergic drugs block the action of acetylcholine, which transmits messages in the nervous system. In the brain, acetylcholine is involved in learning and memory. In the rest of the body, it stimulates muscle contractions. Anticholinergic drugs include some antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, medications to control overactive bladder, and drugs to relieve the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Here are natural supplements to protect your brain.